The NIU Collegiate Association of Unreasonable Social Entrepreneurs will accept submissions for Pitch With a CAUSE, a competition for anyone who has an idea for a business that makes a positive social or environmental impact. 

The competition is open to all ages and the winner will be selected at the 2016 Social Impact Summit. The winner will receive $1500, second place will receive $1000 and third will receive $500.

Applications must include a written pitch of the business in 1000 words or less and a video of the pitch with a three-minute time limit. Videos are not required but are highly recommended.

Submissions are open until Friday. Applicants will be notified with results by March 31.

Go to bit.ly/1LqRW6f to apply. Go to bit.ly/1QnFUuD for more information.